Mini Meatballs "Spaghettios"

Ingredients:

• 1 95% Lean Ground Beef
• 1 ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 medium carrots, spiralized
• 2 pieces sugar-free bacon, roughly chopped
• 2 tbsp sage, minced
• 1 -8oz can of tomato sauce

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375 F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment.
2. In a large bowl, combine beef, salt, garlic powder, and olive oil. Mix with your hands until fully combined.
3. Make 1 tsp sized balls with your fingers. Coat your fingers with a little bit of oil for easy rolling. Place minis on the baking sheet until beef is all gone.
4. Bake for 7-8 minutes, or until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
5. Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6. Sauté bacon until the fat has rendered. Then add sage and sauté until fragrant.
7. Add spiralized carrots and stir until soft, about 3 minutes.
8. Add the tomato sauce and mini meatballs. Bring the whole thing to a simmer.
9. Cook for another 3 minutes until reduced slightly.
10. Serve alone or with a bit of parmesan. Enjoy!

Recipe by Chef Sarah Russo, @chefsarahrusso